What is a substantive?

Definition
	A substantive is a broad classification of words that includes nouns and nominals.

Discussion
	The term substantive is extended by some to include pronouns.

Kinds
	Here are some kinds of substantives:
	What is a noun? What is a nominal?

Concept module: substantive
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